Tag Archives: Donisthorpe

Car Ferrie

Posted on December 20, 2011 by BrownhillsBob

Further to my previous post, enquiring after noted local businessman Ralph Ferrie, the anonymous reader who supplied the original clipping has once more come forward, as it appears they forgot to include this image with the article. I’m not sure … Continue reading →

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High roller

Posted on December 17, 2011 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve received a curious little snippet from a reader of the blog who wishes to remain anonymous. This clipping from an unknown paper specified only as ‘from 1971’, is an interesting snapshot of the life of Brownhills businessman Ralph Ferrie. … Continue reading →

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